GM Service Manual Online
For 1990-2009 cars only

Step

Action

Yes

No

DEFINITION: The clutch engages but slips while driving the vehicle.

1

Check the clutch release system in order to ensure that it is working properly.

Is the clutch release system working properly?

Go to Step 2

Go to Step 7

2

Check the clutch disc for overheating.

Is the clutch disc overheated?

Go to Step 3

Go to Step 5

3

Allow the disc plate to cool.

Does the clutch still slip?

Go to Step 4

System OK

4

Check the clutch disc in order to see if the disc is oil soaked.

Is the disc plate oil soaked?

Go to Step 5

Go to Step 7

5

Correct the leak at the source and replace the clutch disc. Refer to Clutch Assembly Replacement .

Does the clutch still slip?

Go to Step 6

System OK

6

Check for a warped clutch cover on the disc plate or a weak diaphragm spring.

Is the disc plate warped or the diaphragm spring weak?

Go to Step 7

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7

Replace the necessary components.

Does the clutch still slip?

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System OK